Is Perfumes Zag Zodiak 35 Rabanne Ultraviolet a dupe of Rabanne Ultraviolet?

35 Rabanne Ultraviolet EDP

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35 Rabanne Ultraviolet Eau de Parfum bottle 35 Rabanne Ultraviolet EDP
£34.75 from
80ml at Paco Perfumerias
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£28.34 from
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ultraviolet EDP
This Y2K classic is divisive by design. Ultraviolet is not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get it' swear by its unique violet-pepper-apricot blend for a truly unforgettable scent. Just watch out for that dodgy atomizer.
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Our Verdict - 35 Rabanne Ultraviolet EDP
35 leans on Ultraviolet's spiced apricot-and-violet heart over an amber-patchouli base, but reads noticeably quieter than Rabanne's original oriental.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Ultraviolet EDP A 35 Rabanne Ultraviolet EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Ultraviolet EDP
35 Rabanne Ultraviolet EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Violet 36% vs 33%
Vanilla 28% vs 33%
Amber 24% vs 27%
Patchouli 24% vs 22%
Cedar 22% vs 16%
Osmanthus 21% vs 27%
Rose 20% vs 22%
Jasmine 20% vs 16%
Pepper 19% vs 26%
Apricot 16% vs 23%
Coriander 16% vs 20%
Almond 15% vs 16%
Rosewood 13% vs 13%
Only in Ultraviolet
Allspice 18%
Shared Notes
Pepper 19% vs 26%
Apricot 16% vs 23%
Coriander 16% vs 20%
Almond 15% vs 16%
Rosewood 13% vs 13%
Only in Ultraviolet
Allspice 18%
Shared Notes
Violet 36% vs 33%
Osmanthus 21% vs 27%
Rose 20% vs 22%
Jasmine 20% vs 16%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 28% vs 33%
Amber 24% vs 27%
Patchouli 24% vs 22%
Cedar 22% vs 16%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Ultraviolet 35 Rabanne Ultraviolet
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Ultraviolet

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for making a statement on a night out or during casual events. While some find it too strong for formal settings, its unique character works well for those wanting to stand out.

35 Rabanne Ultraviolet

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

The spiced amber-patchouli base wears warmest through autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

The radiant, sensual oriental character suits evenings and formal occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 13 notes is in the original, including Violet, Osmanthus, Pepper

Key Differences

Without allspice

Where to buy

Ultraviolet EDP
35 Rabanne Ultraviolet EDP
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